Question

What enlightenment trend shows the increased emphasis on knowledge and education

Answer 1

B is the right answer. All of the other options would show a decrease in the emphasis on knowledge and education.

Answer 2

The correct answer is B. A number of scientific institutions were founded

Explanation

The Enlightenment was a historic period that was characterized by the paradigm shift based on the abandonment of religious knowledge to strengthen human reason and science. Known as The Century of Lights. Also, in this period the education system was developed in all fields, the reading and literacy became massive, more scientific institutions as schools, libraries and universities were built and founded. So, the correct answer is B. A number of scientific institutions were founded.